Great channel mate nice to watch good honest camping videos without all the flashy garbage everyone is trying to sell these days. Your reviews are great and I enjoyed the camping videos keep them coming mate.
Mate , I am probably nieve, but for those of us who really enjoyed intents and now your reviews I will trust that you will be honest with us, especially giving a heads up prior to the review. I reckon take what they will offer .... we will understand... you are the one doing the hard work, not us.
Nice to see a chill realistic camping video in comparison to all the other dramatised camping youtube videos out there. Perfect watch for a relaxing sunday morning, love it
OK, First timer here, I do not know why I watched your whole video other than to say I really did enjoy your content. FRESH Honest Straight forward and VERY easy to listen to! I did hit the like button BUT I'm not a real fan of review channels. HOWEVER I did hit subscribe all! Lets see what happens, oh and you do appear likeable. I hope these comments do not appear to be rude just how I feel. Thank you.
I think the thing I like most about your reviews is that they are entirely factual- you’re not saying “this is too expensive etc.” Because everyone’s financial situation is different. You could be loaded and live full time in a caravan which means a $250 chair is not an issue. Whereas if you’re an apprentice who camps 3 times a year go and get a $15 2nd handy from Marketplace. But you’ll clearly show the pros and cons and what you’re getting for your extra money. And don’t worry I’ll keep loading you up with gear to review
Thanks maaaate! Yeah exactly. Staying factual is something I'm actually finding to be the biggest challenge, trying not to bash or over hype things and just present them for what they are
It's great seeing you back in front of rhe lens doing what you love but with a twist. Definitely will subscribed because I'm always looking for gear that will suit my needs.
I have a few camping set ups. My now "basic" set up has evolved to be less basic using an air swag (dometic pico 2x2) and an air gazebo (quest 3x3m) so it all fits in the boot of my little hatch daily driver. You can definitely camp out of a small car easily, just depends how much comfort you want as well.
As someone who free camps all the time .. can I give you my thoughts .. Plug on the front of the fridge is handy .. plug in turn it on .. pull plug out turn it off .. easy peasy. There are a lot of options now with freeze dried food. Boil the kettle .. off you go. For a few days this works well and you don't need to carry crap loads of cooking stuff .. AND NO WASHING UP. Cheap 18v drill with a decent drill bit will help get those pegs into tough ground. Potato asparagus and steak .. faaark that is the best meal I can think of. Try hanging your headlamp around your neck .. it is a game changer for me when I'm cooking or trying to put something together and it doesn't give me a headache from being too tight. Great Chanel .. keep up the good work.
I liked your video, I enjoyed your humour, I like the idea of the poll-less awnings but not on a stormy nite/day, mine has poll's and I peg it down, its not as sexy as the 'poll free' variety but it'll be there in the morning! I like your honest, strait forward vibe and I look forward to your equipment appraisals. Thanks.
Thanks for the comment! I agree with you i like the security of the poles. Also the awning doesn't need to be so heavily engineered so it's cheaper. And I don't think many people consider that your roof rack needs to be well rated for that extra force too!
Love this concept on reviews whilst camping mate just seem to flow really well and found my self more engaged, something about an honest review whilst actually using the product for real.
Haha hatch back camping, can't wait. Love seeing people get out in what ever they've got. I have done a couple trips in my 2 door Getz 😂. Strategically packed there but putting all gear back in was another story😂 Look forward to the bonus ep
G'day Camper. Great to see you on tube again for another episode. Love how you have a no fuss experience out there. There's something comforting in having cereal out camping. I barely eat cereal at home but it's an easy go to when I'm out camping. My grandfather had the same Engel back in the 80s that eventually found its way to my dad before all 3 passed away from old age and a happy life. Now I have my own 80 litre Engel fridge that's probably overkill for the size but always gets filled up when I use it. Handy tip for fridges. If they seem to not be getting cold or not working too good. Empty it out and leave it upside down powered off for a couple of days. Helps to dry it out if any ice has built up around the fan and seems to help the motor out somehow. Cheers camper
The manual grinding of coffee, plus brewing in an Aeropress, is one of my favourite camp rituals as well., only made better by boiling water on a campfire. Loving the new content, but also loving the occasional video like this, that Intents sticker on the back of the truck isn't going anywhere soon (except on a trip)
Great to see you again, Intents was a lot of fun back in the day, as soon as I saw you again on YT I was reminded of the scooter builds that was a great series. They were all good and the crew were very funny, I ordered the little Campmaster stove from Super cheap immediately after procrastinating for years over the over priced other one. Thanks for the tip, your timing is perfect for a new camping review channel, dispersed with other varied content, go well, 👍
Something that might be really interesting for the kings review might be figuring out if you started with a kings swag, add the cost of the seam sealer as per previous video and the a replacement/second mattress where it would match up cost and performance wise. E.G. a Darche Swag is currently $450 at BCF (as of 23/11/2024) but you could buy a kings swag with a bag for $108.95 (as of 23/11/2024), Seam grip for $18 (Tent world) and Darche's own mattress for $139.90 (Snowy's as of 23/11/2024). Putting the full cost in the ball park or $270, still heavily undercutting the $450 Darche by a 40% ($180)
You sir, have provided me with a profound "NO WAY" moment.... Your AeroPress technique has caused me a rethink around the abandonment of their use, after wearing 3 of them out, in favour of a Moka Pot. The burnt steamed fingers when trying to insert the plunger with it sitting on top of a cup had always irked me. Hallelujah....enlightenment.....Thankyou.
haha I don't even remember where I picked this technique up! But I started doing it because I found most of the coffee had just dribbled through before I could get the plunger in. I guess the only thing now to worry about is how it's more top heavy and therefor should be easier to knock over, although in the 5 years I've been doing it I haven't knocked it over once.
OMG! Your Corolla Seca my first car. I still miss and wish I’d never got rid of it. Such a great little car with amazing fuel economy. Can’t wait for that hatch camping trip.
Awesome little twinky dink Corolla! I had a later AE93 Seca SX with the 'big port' for many years, and loved it. One of my biggest regrets was selling that car and I still keep a lookout in case a nice one ever comes up for sale 🙂
6:04 "You can carry apples they tend to last pretty well in a box" : ) I've been wondering what happened to camping with folks bringing all these stuff outdoors to watch a movie or their electric coffee makers... appreciate your sense of humor!
New subscriber here, I like your reviews, very concise and down to the point. I tent camp mostly by myself except I bring my dog, as an older woman a 70 lbs pit bull is not only my companion but my protection as well. Thank you very much for the video reviews, I’ve only watched a few and I like the content.
This was a lot of fun. The joy of finding the mozzie gear, a great meal, and I look forward to watching your review of the swag. Pretty area, but sad to hear about all the die back near the forests.
Always interesting to see what gear is out there. I have frequently thought about getting a Jetboil but the price has always put me off. The 'knock off' version looks a lot more realistic price wise.
As a 70 year old girl with OA, I still like to camp. Those epic trips on TH-cam are out of reach for me. I like the way you keep it real. I really enjoyed this one!
Hey dude! imagine watching camping vids on youtube and you stumble on the bloke you shared spanners with at ARB. Love the twinky, the bigports go hard! Love the channel
For me I did 10 years with an esky and loved the ice for drinks. the cheap gas cooker from supercheap is now 20 years in and is better than that pricy unit you have. I do like that awning so will check it out. Thanks for taking all the flys over to the west,
Yes, you can't beat ice for drinks! It's a whole other level of experience. Agree on the Butane Stove, if not for the quirky design and tiny size, I'm all about the 30 buck (bloody inflation) kmart cooker
Great video again keep up the good work, can't wait to see the next one. Would be cool to see your thoughts on the coleman or a different brand petrol stove, I have been using one for about a year now, and it has made things a lot simpler, as living out bush can make getting the gas canisters a bit hard. Plus spare petrol makes fire lighting easy lol
In my experience, without any form of insulation beneath the swag you will often get condensation on the bottom of the mattress when it's on a stretcher. The padding on that stretcher would certainly help to keep the swag floor from becoming cold and condensation forming. My stretcher has no padding and I often fond the bottom of the mattress would be damp in the morning, despit having a lot of air flow through the swag. No condensation anywhere else. So I put a yoga mat on top of the stretcher to keep the cold air away from the base. So far it has done the trick, but I'm yet to try it out again in really cold (well.... "Australia cold") weather.
Yeah, eskys work, most towns have ice if you need it. I used to camp in a Datsun sports - like an MG. Basic equipment, but it worked great. Even towed a dinghy with it. Cheers Alex
No fridge yet... I use a dometic 33 litre icebox and 2×frozen 1.5l water bottles. They fit perfectly & will keep milk/ food cool for a weekend(Wilbinga, Yaegerup) without getting wet.
My fav meal when camping is 2 min noodles with jerky and a tin of peas/corn thrown in, but it's how it's done that is different. You boil water and soak the noodles and jerky (don't put the seasonings in from the noodle pack). Once the noodles are soft how you like them, strain and throw in pan with butter. Strain peas/corn and throw them in too. Turn on the pan and fry whilst adding the 2 min noodle seasoning pack. Bloody yum. If you like things spicy, get chilli jerky and use that :-)
Hahaha, lost it at the what keeps you occupied segment. Really enjoying your videos. And you've reminded me I need to replace my stock of heavy duty tent pegs (long story). Not sure if they have the Estwing "Fireside Friend" short handled splitting maul in Oz but it's become my go to combo splitter and 2kg beating-things-back-into-shape hammer. Also less scary for non-axe-competent friends who just want to have a chop.
Hey Alex, been watching since you were Intents. I primarily do Adventure bike moto camping so definitely no fridge😂. I use a mix of hiking and regular camp gear. It's amazing how many things you don't need when you refine your setup over and over. I agree with the grinding beans thing at camp although I use a Bialetti Moka pot rather than an aeropress. There are genuine ($30-$40) and knockoff aswell ($15). Give it a try if you haven't...
Yeah we've been experimenting with the Bialetti a bit lately too. I can't believe how expensive the Aeropress has got! I do love getting into the hiking gear a bit, but I tend to leave it off this channel, it tends to be its own niche
Hi Alex. After watching your dunny review the other day I have been watching some of your other reviews. I actually saw you at the 4X4 show talking to Matt, I was sitting on a chair about a metre away. I also have an Engel fridge I bought in the early eighties and it has been running non stop as a beer fridge or a freezer for around 37 years although it was battling today with 45 degrees. Normally around minus 18 degrees and just noticed it is only at minus 4 degrees, it was a hot one. Had to laugh when you were playing the bongo and whether Warby up on the hill over the river could hear you. Yes I am sort of a local, live about 80kms to the east of there.
Love the video mate. Could not agree with you anymore about the awning. I bought a full 23zero 270 awning and all walls for over $2200. My mate bought the new 270 from Kings which like the Ridge Ryder is full free standing; he got it on sale for $399 and honestly; I almost prefer it more than my awning. Which is VERY upsetting.
When I camp, I focus on Optimizing. I most enjoy outdoor experiences that give me comforts similar to my suburban house; and do it with the least weight and volume of gear. I like simple, durable, compact, light-weight, multi-purpose items; and I'm asking if you and other folks in AUS offer camp gear that we in USA have not seen or contemplated. One of my favorite features of the YT channel, "Welcome To The Outdoors", are kit from AUS, NZ and CAN. Please share unique items from your part of the world; wholly new items or modifications of established items. ~ Steven, Utah
In my opinion, If you find a nice product you really think is cool and useful. And request from the manufacturer to give you one for a positive review. That's fine as long as you pick the product you want to show to the audience. And everyone is happy!
I'm excited to share! A 1986 AE82 Seca with 180,000ks on it! Factory 16 valve 4AGE, full grandpa spec except for the biggest cams I could fit on factory internals, extractors and a sports exhaust 😁
Send jake to do the walk trail 😂😂. Epic out there in winter, stayed a few nights, fire, rums there dryandra forrest also, the wild life ia wild possum, bilbys, roos birds etc. I loved my old oztent chair, although as i get older i like to sit up striaght, so opted for a dune 4wd one that can recline and up straight for eating dinner.
I'm feeling ya on the chair! Still got a crook back a week later and I'm staring down the barrel of a week slouched in camp chairs 😄 I always mean to get out to dryandra for more camps...maybe next year
To be honest, i dont think I'd mind if you were given kit to review. As long as it's fair and balanced, pros and cons list as you always do. If you're given equipment but aren't tied to solely positive review, unless it is that good !! No reason you can't make a bit of money out of this. Buying equipment is a costly exercise, and borrowing has it's limits. Edited, the Kids were annoying me and now I have some quiet time! Fixed some spelling and expanded my comment. Keep up the good work 👍
@Camping_reviews lol yep sorry about that. Next time i'm in SCA i'll have a nosey for the shipping weight on the box. If it doesnt weight a tonne/comes in reasonably light, hard to argue with $450 sale price 😮
Yes! So glad you picked that up 😁 i was a teenager when that song came out, the film clip was hysterical to us. And then "fire in the disco" stuck as my default statement when something is ignited
I don't rate the Engel. We had them in our vehicles when I was in the Army. They kept having issues with the 12/240 v systems. Had a Waeco for over 20 years. Done some tough trips. Never had a single problem.
The army is certainly a good test for a fridge too, thanks for the info! We were a bit concerned getting a Waeco because at the time we heard a lot of tales of them failing. But we've had one going strong in our camper trailer for 8 years now
Hey mate how have you had so many views and subscribers? I love your videos they're great, I've done something similar and after a year I have 68 subs. 😅
Hey mate! Thanks for the comment! I have an older TH-cam account which I was able to shout this one out on so that got me my first 1000 subs overnight. Beyond that consistent uploads, following a strict format, and thorough research and scripting have played a big part. Getting thumbnails consistent and good titles, also important and I continually change, update, and test those for best performance.
@Camping_reviews oh yeah okay that's fair enough. How long you been doing TH-cam? Yeah okay thats definitely a good point. I did notice how handy it was when you mentioned the swag mat, the canvas thickness ect that was handy. 🙂🙂👍🏽
I ran my old 4wding/camping channel from 2015 to 2021 and got 30k subs, then announced I was quitting and yeah...it was over 3 years before I returned with this channel idea specifically related to camping gear.
@Camping_reviews Yeah wow fair enough. Seems like you've done well for yourself. When I seen 18 videos I thought what am I doing wrong, what are people not telling me. 😅 The most views I've had on a video was 2500. And still continue to rises. Either way man keep up the good work doing really well. 👏🏽
@@ethanjarrett5700 Yep it's been a long road and many failures along the way! Always happy to lend some advice and ideas mate just find me on instagram @alex__garner
@Camping_reviews I am a rough bastard I tapped it too hard on a tree when cleaning it, the only frisbee I have is a rubber "Kong" version for my dog it's unbreakable..
I think the thing I like most about your reviews is that they are entirely factual- you’re not saying “this is too expensive etc.” Because everyone’s financial situation is different. You could be loaded and live full time in a caravan which means a $250 chair is not an issue. Whereas if you’re an apprentice who camps 3 times a year go and get a $15 2nd handy from Marketplace. But you’ll clearly show the pros and cons and what you’re getting for your extra money. And don’t worry I’ll keep loading you up with gear to review
As promised, here's the list of gear used in this video:
-RVSS Drawers (easy access combo 2): tinyurl.com/3f8ht2zw
-Campmaster hiking stove: tinyurl.com/5ye4xxrm
-XTM 35L Fridge Freezer: tinyurl.com/3avsj2h2
-Ridge Ryder 270 Freestanding Awning: tinyurl.com/4sn77s9b
-Tiegear guy ropes: tinyurl.com/2p9cnfvp
-OzTent Big Banks Stretcher: tinyurl.com/3zswvwb5
-Adventure Kings Deluxe Single Swag: tinyurl.com/5n6je4cz
-OzTent Hotspot King Goanna Chair: tinyurl.com/4j2xdhw8
-Grabmegear canvas storage bags: tinyurl.com/msc86zex
-Campmaster Butane Spider Stove: tinyurl.com/4puzs6n5
-Oztrail Lumos camp light: tinyurl.com/5xsr9a2v
-Aeropress coffee maker: tinyurl.com/bdj2ct9h
Great channel mate nice to watch good honest camping videos without all the flashy garbage everyone is trying to sell these days. Your reviews are great and I enjoyed the camping videos keep them coming mate.
Mate , I am probably nieve, but for those of us who really enjoyed intents and now your reviews I will trust that you will be honest with us, especially giving a heads up prior to the review. I reckon take what they will offer .... we will understand... you are the one doing the hard work, not us.
So glad you are back on TH-cam. I really missed you and Seek Adventure. Two great authentic channels
@@Lamojamo1 thank you! 😊
@@Lamojamo1 yeah Mike and seek adventure was a great channel, lov to know how he’s doing
Good job mate. The content, dry humour and length of the video was spot on.
Nice to see a chill realistic camping video in comparison to all the other dramatised camping youtube videos out there. Perfect watch for a relaxing sunday morning, love it
OK, First timer here, I do not know why I watched your whole video other than to say I really did enjoy your content. FRESH Honest Straight forward and VERY easy to listen to! I did hit the like button BUT I'm not a real fan of review channels. HOWEVER I did hit subscribe all! Lets see what happens, oh and you do appear likeable. I hope these comments do not appear to be rude just how I feel. Thank you.
Thank you! I appreciate your honest comment 🙂
Mate, I am impressed by your videos. Great job.
I think the thing I like most about your reviews is that they are entirely factual- you’re not saying “this is too expensive etc.” Because everyone’s financial situation is different. You could be loaded and live full time in a caravan which means a $250 chair is not an issue. Whereas if you’re an apprentice who camps 3 times a year go and get a $15 2nd handy from Marketplace. But you’ll clearly show the pros and cons and what you’re getting for your extra money.
And don’t worry I’ll keep loading you up with gear to review
Thanks maaaate! Yeah exactly. Staying factual is something I'm actually finding to be the biggest challenge, trying not to bash or over hype things and just present them for what they are
And even more vids with Fred in the background !!! I enjoy both of your efforts ... thanks for the hard work.
Indeed costs are relative, most times if cost wasn't an issue the other products do the same job.
It's great seeing you back in front of rhe lens doing what you love but with a twist. Definitely will subscribed because I'm always looking for gear that will suit my needs.
I have a few camping set ups. My now "basic" set up has evolved to be less basic using an air swag (dometic pico 2x2) and an air gazebo (quest 3x3m) so it all fits in the boot of my little hatch daily driver. You can definitely camp out of a small car easily, just depends how much comfort you want as well.
Seems like there's a few good gear tips there for my own hatchback camping in the future! I don't have a lot of experience with it
Mate, yes!!! This is absolutely brilliant.
Thanks a ton man!
@@Camper_Guide you know how pleased I am to see this whole thing you’re doing. Stoked man!
As someone who free camps all the time .. can I give you my thoughts ..
Plug on the front of the fridge is handy .. plug in turn it on .. pull plug out turn it off .. easy peasy. There are a lot of options now with freeze dried food. Boil the kettle .. off you go. For a few days this works well and you don't need to carry crap loads of cooking stuff .. AND NO WASHING UP. Cheap 18v drill with a decent drill bit will help get those pegs into tough ground. Potato asparagus and steak .. faaark that is the best meal I can think of. Try hanging your headlamp around your neck .. it is a game changer for me when I'm cooking or trying to put something together and it doesn't give me a headache from being too tight. Great Chanel .. keep up the good work.
Chanel…great perfume.
Good to see you're back!!! Love your videos. I always get Les Hiddins Vibes from your videos!!!
I liked your video, I enjoyed your humour, I like the idea of the poll-less awnings but not on a stormy nite/day, mine has poll's and I peg it down, its not as sexy as the 'poll free' variety but it'll be there in the morning! I like your honest, strait forward vibe and I look forward to your equipment appraisals. Thanks.
Thanks for the comment! I agree with you i like the security of the poles. Also the awning doesn't need to be so heavily engineered so it's cheaper. And I don't think many people consider that your roof rack needs to be well rated for that extra force too!
Love this concept on reviews whilst camping mate just seem to flow really well and found my self more engaged, something about an honest review whilst actually using the product for real.
Haha hatch back camping, can't wait. Love seeing people get out in what ever they've got. I have done a couple trips in my 2 door Getz 😂. Strategically packed there but putting all gear back in was another story😂
Look forward to the bonus ep
I always meant to do some hatchback camps in my old Excel! But it broke before I could get it out there 🤣
I camped for years in my Getz.
G'day Camper. Great to see you on tube again for another episode. Love how you have a no fuss experience out there. There's something comforting in having cereal out camping. I barely eat cereal at home but it's an easy go to when I'm out camping. My grandfather had the same Engel back in the 80s that eventually found its way to my dad before all 3 passed away from old age and a happy life. Now I have my own 80 litre Engel fridge that's probably overkill for the size but always gets filled up when I use it. Handy tip for fridges. If they seem to not be getting cold or not working too good. Empty it out and leave it upside down powered off for a couple of days. Helps to dry it out if any ice has built up around the fan and seems to help the motor out somehow. Cheers camper
Enjoyed this format Alex, out camping and using gear at same time, perfect blend for me and always a laugh, thanks…👍
This video was very well done and the first I’ve been recommended by YT from this new channel. Great to see you back mate.
Thanks Alex, whatever you record is always interesting and informative.
The manual grinding of coffee, plus brewing in an Aeropress, is one of my favourite camp rituals as well., only made better by boiling water on a campfire. Loving the new content, but also loving the occasional video like this, that Intents sticker on the back of the truck isn't going anywhere soon (except on a trip)
Great to see you again, Intents was a lot of fun back in the day, as soon as I saw you again on YT I was reminded of the scooter builds that was a great series. They were all good and the crew were very funny, I ordered the little Campmaster stove from Super cheap immediately after procrastinating for years over the over priced other one. Thanks for the tip, your timing is perfect for a new camping review channel, dispersed with other varied content, go well, 👍
Hey mate stumbled over your channel today and absolutely love your videos keep it up !!!!!
I always enjoyed the camping trips on intents, particularly the pilbara series. Its good stuff, tanks for coming back.
Something that might be really interesting for the kings review might be figuring out if you started with a kings swag, add the cost of the seam sealer as per previous video and the a replacement/second mattress where it would match up cost and performance wise.
E.G. a Darche Swag is currently $450 at BCF (as of 23/11/2024) but you could buy a kings swag with a bag for $108.95 (as of 23/11/2024), Seam grip for $18 (Tent world) and Darche's own mattress for $139.90 (Snowy's as of 23/11/2024). Putting the full cost in the ball park or $270, still heavily undercutting the $450 Darche by a 40% ($180)
I love this idea, I'll certainly include that in my review!
You sir, have provided me with a profound "NO WAY" moment.... Your AeroPress technique has caused me a rethink around the abandonment of their use, after wearing 3 of them out, in favour of a Moka Pot. The burnt steamed fingers when trying to insert the plunger with it sitting on top of a cup had always irked me. Hallelujah....enlightenment.....Thankyou.
haha I don't even remember where I picked this technique up! But I started doing it because I found most of the coffee had just dribbled through before I could get the plunger in.
I guess the only thing now to worry about is how it's more top heavy and therefor should be easier to knock over, although in the 5 years I've been doing it I haven't knocked it over once.
Just came across your channel and wanted to let you know I've been loving the videos. Amazing effort for a newer channel!
Now this is the type of camping vid I like without all the BS.
Love to see a Corolla camp!
OMG! Your Corolla Seca my first car. I still miss and wish I’d never got rid of it. Such a great little car with amazing fuel economy. Can’t wait for that hatch camping trip.
Awesome little twinky dink Corolla! I had a later AE93 Seca SX with the 'big port' for many years, and loved it. One of my biggest regrets was selling that car and I still keep a lookout in case a nice one ever comes up for sale 🙂
Most helpful person on youtube. Cheers Alex
Cheers mate!
6:04 "You can carry apples they tend to last pretty well in a box" : ) I've been wondering what happened to camping with folks bringing all these stuff outdoors to watch a movie or their electric coffee makers... appreciate your sense of humor!
Thanks
Super thanks for the super thanks! 👌 🙂
New subscriber here, I like your reviews, very concise and down to the point. I tent camp mostly by myself except I bring my dog, as an older woman a 70 lbs pit bull is not only my companion but my protection as well. Thank you very much for the video reviews, I’ve only watched a few and I like the content.
Very good sir! Numbat territory out that way - I’m dying to see one 😃
Trip video? It was inevitable 😄. Keep em coming mate.
Haha! Yep they will be few and far between. So much work! And very little views (compared to channels doing more epic trips)
This was a lot of fun. The joy of finding the mozzie gear, a great meal, and I look forward to watching your review of the swag. Pretty area, but sad to hear about all the die back near the forests.
Well, I thoroughly enjoyed that one. Def do an occasional solo in the mix of reviews in future. Thank you for the effort 🙌🏻
I loved this definitely keen to see some more!
Hey mate Im really enjoying your channel. Nicely paced and not extravagant :)
Thanks mate! Good to know I'm on the right track 🙂
Hi. Thanks for a great video. You are the first other person I have seen using the Aeropress upside down as I do. Thanks.
bloody legend, good to see you again!
Loving the content and your honest reviews…!!!
The excitement of Tuesday blew me away. 😂🎉
Great to see you still have the patrol mate.
Yeah still working with it! Getting a bit rough around the edges now but still pretty reliable
Love the video Alex. Keep up the great work!
Man really glad your making videos again!
Thanks 🙂
Always interesting to see what gear is out there. I have frequently thought about getting a Jetboil but the price has always put me off. The 'knock off' version looks a lot more realistic price wise.
Thank you for this awesome video. It is truly educational and entertaining!
Thanks!
As a 70 year old girl with OA, I still like to camp.
Those epic trips on TH-cam are out of reach for me.
I like the way you keep it real. I really enjoyed this one!
There is soooo much beauty within a few hours of home, but they don't get the views on youtube so not many show them 🙁
Enjoyed the video, it seemed like you were talking to someone sitting next to you at camp. Well done
Hey dude! imagine watching camping vids on youtube and you stumble on the bloke you shared spanners with at ARB. Love the twinky, the bigports go hard! Love the channel
If I'm thinking of the right spanner spinner, you had the AE92 bigport and swapped a blacktop into it? 😁
@@Camper_Guide yes sir!
For me I did 10 years with an esky and loved the ice for drinks. the cheap gas cooker from supercheap is now 20 years in and is better than that pricy unit you have. I do like that awning so will check it out. Thanks for taking all the flys over to the west,
Yes, you can't beat ice for drinks! It's a whole other level of experience. Agree on the Butane Stove, if not for the quirky design and tiny size, I'm all about the 30 buck (bloody inflation) kmart cooker
Great video again keep up the good work, can't wait to see the next one.
Would be cool to see your thoughts on the coleman or a different brand petrol stove, I have been using one for about a year now, and it has made things a lot simpler, as living out bush can make getting the gas canisters a bit hard.
Plus spare petrol makes fire lighting easy lol
WOOOOOO!!!!! #10 loving the content mate ❤
Thanks mate!
In my experience, without any form of insulation beneath the swag you will often get condensation on the bottom of the mattress when it's on a stretcher. The padding on that stretcher would certainly help to keep the swag floor from becoming cold and condensation forming.
My stretcher has no padding and I often fond the bottom of the mattress would be damp in the morning, despit having a lot of air flow through the swag. No condensation anywhere else. So I put a yoga mat on top of the stretcher to keep the cold air away from the base. So far it has done the trick, but I'm yet to try it out again in really cold (well.... "Australia cold") weather.
My first "SuperTourer" was a Corolla hatchback too 🤣
Yeah, eskys work, most towns have ice if you need it. I used to camp in a Datsun sports - like an MG. Basic equipment, but it worked great. Even towed a dinghy with it. Cheers Alex
No fridge yet... I use a dometic 33 litre icebox and 2×frozen 1.5l water bottles. They fit perfectly & will keep milk/ food cool for a weekend(Wilbinga, Yaegerup) without getting wet.
A bottomless cake tin would work good as a wind breaker, just need to cut out a piece to get around the gas line.
That's a neat idea! I always see a few of them on op shop shelves too!
Loved this video format!
My fav meal when camping is 2 min noodles with jerky and a tin of peas/corn thrown in, but it's how it's done that is different. You boil water and soak the noodles and jerky (don't put the seasonings in from the noodle pack). Once the noodles are soft how you like them, strain and throw in pan with butter. Strain peas/corn and throw them in too. Turn on the pan and fry whilst adding the 2 min noodle seasoning pack. Bloody yum. If you like things spicy, get chilli jerky and use that :-)
Hahaha, lost it at the what keeps you occupied segment. Really enjoying your videos. And you've reminded me I need to replace my stock of heavy duty tent pegs (long story). Not sure if they have the Estwing "Fireside Friend" short handled splitting maul in Oz but it's become my go to combo splitter and 2kg beating-things-back-into-shape hammer. Also less scary for non-axe-competent friends who just want to have a chop.
Hey Alex, been watching since you were Intents. I primarily do Adventure bike moto camping so definitely no fridge😂. I use a mix of hiking and regular camp gear. It's amazing how many things you don't need when you refine your setup over and over. I agree with the grinding beans thing at camp although I use a Bialetti Moka pot rather than an aeropress. There are genuine ($30-$40) and knockoff aswell ($15). Give it a try if you haven't...
Yeah we've been experimenting with the Bialetti a bit lately too. I can't believe how expensive the Aeropress has got! I do love getting into the hiking gear a bit, but I tend to leave it off this channel, it tends to be its own niche
great relaxed video to see all the equipment tin action
Hi Alex. After watching your dunny review the other day I have been watching some of your other reviews.
I actually saw you at the 4X4 show talking to Matt, I was sitting on a chair about a metre away.
I also have an Engel fridge I bought in the early eighties and it has been running non stop as a beer fridge or a freezer for around 37 years although it was battling today with 45 degrees. Normally around minus 18 degrees and just noticed it is only at minus 4 degrees, it was a hot one.
Had to laugh when you were playing the bongo and whether Warby up on the hill over the river could hear you. Yes I am sort of a local, live about 80kms to the east of there.
Haha there was some sort of machine running over that way, so I reckon poor old Warby probably missed out!
Great video!
11:59 Crushed it 🙌
Yip loving the reviews buddy, camping videos are informative and inspiring, I have a campmaster boiler, $50 does the same as the jetboil extravaganza
"interesting concrete drain there..." haha :))
Love the video mate. Could not agree with you anymore about the awning. I bought a full 23zero 270 awning and all walls for over $2200. My mate bought the new 270 from Kings which like the Ridge Ryder is full free standing; he got it on sale for $399 and honestly; I almost prefer it more than my awning. Which is VERY upsetting.
Thanks mate 🙂 I'm glad to at least be suffering the awning problem with somebody else then haha
When I camp, I focus on Optimizing. I most enjoy outdoor experiences that give me comforts similar to my suburban house; and do it with the least weight and volume of gear. I like simple, durable, compact, light-weight, multi-purpose items; and I'm asking if you and other folks in AUS offer camp gear that we in USA have not seen or contemplated. One of my favorite features of the YT channel, "Welcome To The Outdoors", are kit from AUS, NZ and CAN. Please share unique items from your part of the world; wholly new items or modifications of established items. ~ Steven, Utah
Thanks for the great comment Steven! I'm ALL about gear, and especially the more interesting and unique stuff, so stay tuned :)
Great work
Great video Alex I’ll be checking out the camp master jet boil knock off to boil my water.
I bought camp master after seeing mate with 1. Great addition to camp setup. Quick easy cheap and available.👍
Mate good to see you back 😊 but your review on the Engel fridge they maybe good back in the day but the new one are shit..
Fantastic review, can't wait for the next couple, typical Alex filming the 10th releasing as the 11th
Haha 100% me all over, always shooting and editing the day before release 🙄
@Camping_reviews It is what makes you, you and so relatable
In my opinion, If you find a nice product you really think is cool and useful. And request from the manufacturer to give you one for a positive review. That's fine as long as you pick the product you want to show to the audience. And everyone is happy!
Thanks for sharing
HOLY SHIT! that corolla, WE NEED DETAILS!!!!!!
I'm excited to share! A 1986 AE82 Seca with 180,000ks on it! Factory 16 valve 4AGE, full grandpa spec except for the biggest cams I could fit on factory internals, extractors and a sports exhaust 😁
Send jake to do the walk trail 😂😂.
Epic out there in winter, stayed a few nights, fire, rums there dryandra forrest also, the wild life ia wild possum, bilbys, roos birds etc.
I loved my old oztent chair, although as i get older i like to sit up striaght, so opted for a dune 4wd one that can recline and up straight for eating dinner.
I'm feeling ya on the chair! Still got a crook back a week later and I'm staring down the barrel of a week slouched in camp chairs 😄 I always mean to get out to dryandra for more camps...maybe next year
To be honest, i dont think I'd mind if you were given kit to review. As long as it's fair and balanced, pros and cons list as you always do.
If you're given equipment but aren't tied to solely positive review, unless it is that good !!
No reason you can't make a bit of money out of this. Buying equipment is a costly exercise, and borrowing has it's limits.
Edited, the Kids were annoying me and now I have some quiet time!
Fixed some spelling and expanded my comment. Keep up the good work 👍
Are you not presenting hard quiz any more?
Love the channel btw
Odd Q and hopefully answered in the upcoming awning review, SuperCheap dont list the weight of the awning, any idea of its kg?
@@andrewcaldwell2275 I think I'll have to unbolt it and weigh it before I do the review. I hope I don't dent my car with it like I did last time 😄
@Camping_reviews lol yep sorry about that. Next time i'm in SCA i'll have a nosey for the shipping weight on the box. If it doesnt weight a tonne/comes in reasonably light, hard to argue with $450 sale price 😮
@andrewcaldwell2275 I've gotta say, the feel in my arms is pretty similar to the bat awning I reviewed previously which was 21-ish kilos.
I liked the Electric 6 reference... the film clip is slightly disturbing.
Yes! So glad you picked that up 😁 i was a teenager when that song came out, the film clip was hysterical to us. And then "fire in the disco" stuck as my default statement when something is ignited
Would the ridge Ryder awning give good coverage at the back-for a dual cab Ute?
Not if it was mounted on the cab. If you have a canopy and mount it to that, it'll be fine
Did you get a sore back from the swag?
I don't rate the Engel. We had them in our vehicles when I was in the Army. They kept having issues with the 12/240 v systems.
Had a Waeco for over 20 years. Done some tough trips. Never had a single problem.
The army is certainly a good test for a fridge too, thanks for the info! We were a bit concerned getting a Waeco because at the time we heard a lot of tales of them failing. But we've had one going strong in our camper trailer for 8 years now
Stove windshield...carry some heavy aluminium foil.
I am glad you aren't promoting that kings stuff
so triggererd by the improperly closed car foor for some reason!
Hey mate how have you had so many views and subscribers? I love your videos they're great, I've done something similar and after a year I have 68 subs. 😅
Hey mate! Thanks for the comment! I have an older TH-cam account which I was able to shout this one out on so that got me my first 1000 subs overnight. Beyond that consistent uploads, following a strict format, and thorough research and scripting have played a big part. Getting thumbnails consistent and good titles, also important and I continually change, update, and test those for best performance.
@Camping_reviews oh yeah okay that's fair enough. How long you been doing TH-cam?
Yeah okay thats definitely a good point. I did notice how handy it was when you mentioned the swag mat, the canvas thickness ect that was handy. 🙂🙂👍🏽
I ran my old 4wding/camping channel from 2015 to 2021 and got 30k subs, then announced I was quitting and yeah...it was over 3 years before I returned with this channel idea specifically related to camping gear.
@Camping_reviews Yeah wow fair enough. Seems like you've done well for yourself.
When I seen 18 videos I thought what am I doing wrong, what are people not telling me. 😅 The most views I've had on a video was 2500. And still continue to rises.
Either way man keep up the good work doing really well. 👏🏽
@@ethanjarrett5700 Yep it's been a long road and many failures along the way! Always happy to lend some advice and ideas mate just find me on instagram @alex__garner
No salt or pepper on your steak is a crime lol
I too was ashamed...I think it ended up in my camper trailer. Couldn't find it when I needed it most!
I broke my aeropress 😞
Daaaamn you must press HARD. I heard that the person who invented the frisbee also invented aeropress. Are frisbees safe in your hands? 😅
@Camping_reviews I am a rough bastard I tapped it too hard on a tree when cleaning it, the only frisbee I have is a rubber "Kong" version for my dog it's unbreakable..
Ah the ol’ Kings delux swag. The worst of the worst yet EVERYONE has bought one (except for me, thank goodness). What garbage.
I think the thing I like most about your reviews is that they are entirely factual- you’re not saying “this is too expensive etc.” Because everyone’s financial situation is different. You could be loaded and live full time in a caravan which means a $250 chair is not an issue. Whereas if you’re an apprentice who camps 3 times a year go and get a $15 2nd handy from Marketplace. But you’ll clearly show the pros and cons and what you’re getting for your extra money.
And don’t worry I’ll keep loading you up with gear to review